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    Apr 27, 2010, 07:42 AM
    I have a reverse pump on my laundry tub, and it appears to be clogged?
    I have a reverse pump on my laundry tub, In the middle of doing luandry the laundry filter came off, and now the tub is clogged, How can I unclog it without damaging the pump below? Are chemicals safe?
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    Apr 28, 2010, 07:49 AM

    Do not put chemicals down the drain If there's a "P" trap installed remove it and check for a clog, If it's clear then open up the pump enclosure and check the suction inlet to the pump.
    Let me know what you find.
    Good luck, Tom
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    Apr 29, 2010, 06:56 AM
    That did the trick, looks like the roommate washed paper or kleenex in the pockets, and it was clogged up in the p trap... ick.
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    Apr 29, 2010, 07:07 AM

    Thanks for the update. Tom
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